Monday, June 24, 2013

Traveling the back roads


This image was made with my 4x5 view camera a few years ago in the rural country side of upstate N.Y.  I always enjoyed riding out with my camera gear and see what I would come upon in my travels. This old farmer's name was Ray, and he was more than happy to let me take his portrait. He lived alone with his old dog "Millie" on his farm that he no longer worked. He was a quiet man and my time spent with him was enjoyable and memorable. I scanned the 11x14 print to get a digital image.  Some tonality and detail is lost in the process when compared to the original silver gelatin print.

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  1. My own experiences tell me how wonderful it must be for you to travel and do your photography. Searching for your next subject!

    Your description of what you do in your darkroom just makes me smile!

    George

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    1. George, it is so good to hear from you. Thank you for your comment on my photography. You are the true explorer of the backroads. John

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  2. This is a really fine photograph.

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    1. Thanks for your comment on my photography. Being able to travel and photograph is a blessing.

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